In a tragic turn of events, one of the victims of the recent military brutalities in Garu and Tempane in the Upper East Region has passed away.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, October 29, 2023, left over 50 people hospitalized after military personnel unleashed violence on Garu residents.
Meanwhile, two of the eight victims who were arrested and transferred to Accra are still battling for their lives. after their release.
Member of Parliament for Garu, Albert Alalzuulga, expressed deep sorrow over the victim’s death and criticized the military’s actions, labeling them as unacceptable.
He stated, ‘It is sad to announce to you that one of the military brutality victims in Garu has died. The youth and everybody in the area are so saddened.”
“We are so disappointed in the military and their actions. And we are disappointed in the government as well. What happened in Garu is most barbaric; it is most unfortunate.”
“The residents who were arrested earlier were released on Friday. While some are home safely, others had to be taken to medical facilities due to their conditions.”
The MP emphasized the need for the government to compensate the victims and suggested the possibility of legal action, stating, ‘We are already calling on the government to compensate the victims, and if possible, we may have to take legal action. I don’t think that the treatment of the people of Garu was fair. I think the government needs to address this. The military is taking Ghanaians for granted. It is our tax that has bought the uniforms they are wearing. It is our tax that has bought the vehicles and guns.’
The National Security Minister Albert Kan Dapaah will appear before Parliament on Thursday, November 9, to brief the house on the situation.